Project Engineer / Construction Manager
Resume:
Melanie Grkinich
Gary, IN *6408
**********@*****.***
Experience:
**/** – 04/09 United States Steel Portage, IN
Project Engineer
• Responsible for preconstruction development of new training facility
• Accountable for the construction development for an upcoming environmental project regarding waste management
• Managed external contractor labor for maintenance projects
• Responsible for design review / value engineering / cost control
• Research development for line improvements and maintenance
04/07 – 11/08 Harrah’s Design & Construction Hammond, IN
Project Coordinator/Assistant Project Manager – Horseshoe Casino Expansion
• Prepared takeoffs for cost analysis / quantity surveying
• Administered the FF&E purchasing, deliveries and installation
• Responsible for design review / value engineering
• Prepared status reports, construction phasing plans, etc.
• Analyzed contracts / documentation of subcontractors
• Monitored budgets and scheduling
• Accountable for the organization of construction turnover documents
07/05 – 04/07 Evorik Electric Crown Point, IN
Estimator
• Analyzed blue prints and specifications to prepare cost and labor estimates
• Prepared proposals and takeoffs used for planning and expediting the electrical installation
• Consulted with clients, vendors and others to discuss drawings and plans
• Designed all electrical plans to code requirements
• Responsible for all documentation for each project
03/05 – 07/05 Focus Development Valparaiso, IN
Project Coordinator
• Oversaw all daily administrative duties for numerous construction projects
• Prepared status reports, bid documents, takeoffs and sketches
• Knowledgeable of project kickoff, closeout and construction process
07/04 – 03/05 FoxCor, Inc. Little Rock, AR
Project Coordinator – Harrah’s East Chicago / Harrah’s Joliet
• Oversaw all daily administrative duties for the construction project
• Prepared status reports, change orders for management / liaisons
• Responsible for the organization of construction drawings and documents
• Knowledgeable of project kickoff and closeout
07/03 - 10/04 Menards Schererville, IN
Sales Representative-Designer
• Responsible for designing kitchen layouts and selling cabinetry
• Ordering, selling and inventory of large kitchen appliances
Education:
08/02 – 05/08 Purdue University Calumet
Bachelors of Science: Construction Management and Engineering Technology
Associate of Science: Architectural Engineering Technology
08/01 - 05/02 IUPUI
Associates of Science: Architectural Engineering Technology
08/99 - 05/00 Indiana University
Business application courses
Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Programs
Experienced in Auto CAD, Architectural Desktop, 20/20 Design,
Countertops Visual Design, Revit Architecture, On-Screen Takeoff,
Buzzsaw Professional
Educated on Microsoft Project, Suretrack and Primavera
Skilled in QuickBooks
Certified in Excavation Safety
30 Hour OSHA Card
References: Available upon request
Contact this candidate